Qualifications: What training, experience and characteristics qualify you for this position?
Healthcare: What changes need to be made to Texas abortion laws to ensure women have access to proper medical care in the event of pregnancy complications?
Education: Share your thoughts on the role of state and local government in public education.
Immigration: How would you address immigration issues affecting our state while ensuring all individuals within our borders have access to due process protections?
National Guard: Share your position on when it is appropriate for the Federal government to deploy the National Guard in Texas cities.
Bobby Cole
I’m a retired firefighter and working rancher, trained to lead under pressure and serve others. I understand real Texas challenges because I live them, not because I study them.
www.coleforgovernor.com
Texas needs clear protections so doctors can provide medically necessary care without fear of legal penalties, and women should be able to get appropriate treatment for pregnancy complications from their own doctors. As governor, I’ll restore reproductive freedom so decisions are made by patients and doctors not politicians to ensure proper care in emergencies.
I believe state government must fully fund and support high-quality public education, set fair standards, and ensure resources go to students and teachers not diverted into vouchers that weaken public schools. Local communities and educators should have the flexibility to serve their students, with the state ensuring equity and accountability.
I believe immigration is primarily a federal issue, and Texas needs practical solutions that improve our legal system rather than "performative theatrics." We should stop villainizing people and work to create a legal process that works for Texans and our economy, while ensuring due process protections for everyone in our borders.
I believe the National Guard should be used only when there is a real emergency that directly affects Texans such as natural disasters, public safety crises, or other disasters where military support is needed and state and local officials request help. Decisions about federal deployment should respect state autonomy and clear necessity, not be used for political theater.
